Open Access BASE2019

Laboratory management of Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever virus infections: perspectives from two European networks

Bartolini, B; Gruber, C.E.M; Koopmans D.V.M., M.P.G. (Marion); Avsic, T; Bino, S; Christova, I; Grunow, R; Hewson, R; Korukluoglu, G; Lemos, C.M; Mirazimi, A; Papa, A; Sanchez-Seco, MP; Sauer, A.V. (Aisha); Zeller, H; Nisii, C; Capobianchi, M.R; Ippolito, G; Reusken, C.B.E.M. (Chantal); Di Caro, A

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Abstract

Background: Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever virus (CCHFV) is considered an emerging infectious disease threat in the European Union. Since 2000, the incidence and geographic range of confirmed CCHF cases have markedly increased, following changes in the distribution of its main vector, Hyalomma ticks. Aims: To review scientific literature and collect experts' opinion to analyse relevant aspects of the laboratory management of human CCHF cases and any exposed contacts, as well as identify areas for advancement of international collaborative preparedness and laboratory response plans. Methods: We conducted a literature review on CCHF molecular diagnostics through an online search. Further, we obtained expert opinions on the key laboratory aspects of CCHF diagnosis. Consulted experts were members of two European projects, EMERGE (Efficient response to highly dangerous and emerging pathogens at EU level) and EVDLabNet (Emerging Viral Diseases-Expert Laborator

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